About My Friends & I Tattoo

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My Friends & I Tattoo is a woman-owned and asian-owned tattoo studio located in Newport, KY, just across the bridge from Cincinnati, OH. We are proud to be the first tattoo shop in our city, after working with the city of Newport to legalize tattoo shops in 2024.

We are an appointment-only studio. All of our artists are dedicated and passionate in their craft and creativity in order to bring your visions to life. We offer both original creative flash designs, as well as unique and meaningful custom tattoos.

Our Artists.

Each artist has their own unique style and specialties. Feel free to check out each artist’s work in order to see what style they specialize in. Our artists manage their own schedules independently.

  • Erin

    @erinblaney_tattoo

    - Owner, Artist -

    Specializes in: Suminagashi, Optical Illusions, Surrealism, Psychedelic, Cybersigilism

    Portfolio

  • Erica

    @jackelantern_tattoo

    - Manager, Apprentice -

    Specializes in: Linework, Delicate Floral, Pop culture, Medieval, Whimsical, Minimalist

    Portfolio

  • Sadie

    @popgunflo_tattoo

    - Apprentice -

    Specializes in: Bold Color, Cryptids, New School, Illustrative, 90’s Cartoons

    Portfolio

Client Testimonials.

  • “I’ve been getting tattooed by Erin for many years now and there’s a reason I always coming back. She is always very professional, great to talk with, and most importantly amazing at what she does. I think that her work speaks for itself with how dedicated and committed she is to giving you a great tattoo that you will love. If you’re looking for a clean, professional shop with a great atmosphere then this is the place!”

    Austin C.

  • “I’ve gotten a few tattoos done by you and i couldn’t be happier with them! i always have the best experience getting tattooed by you!”

    Maddy M.

  • "MF and I is a very chill space, and I very much appreciate a space that is queer friendly :)!"

    Ryn L.

  • “I have been tattooed many times by Erin and she has always done a fantastic job! I have trusted her to complete cover my entire leg and have never once doubted that decision. I have referred multiple people to her and they all are just as amazed with her work as I am. I highly recommend!!”

    Mason M.

  • “Erin is an incredibly talented tattoo artist. I’ve gotten two tattoos by her and often receive compliments on them. She was very kind and communicative during our appointment. Highly recommend!”

    Erin H.

  • “I love getting tattoos from Erin. She did a flower piece that I absolutely fell in love with a few years ago, so I followed her from the place I used to get tattoos to her new shop. The roses she did are my favorite tattoo that I have. She does incredible work. I’ve never been anything less than thrilled with the tattoos she has done for me. Her shop is really nice and has a calm, welcoming vibe. I haven’t gotten a tattoo anywhere else since I started coming here. The prices are definitely fair for such amazing art. I’ve also gotten a tattoo from Erica and I was really impressed with how good it was. I would definitely recommend My Friends and I Tattoo.”

    Dana C.

  • “Erin is genuinely one of the best and most welcoming tattoo artists i have ever had the pleasure of working with!!!!! We did 2 days of 7 hours of tattooing with no breaks, fun conversation, and no pain! We couldn’t believe 7 hours had passed by the end of it all. She knew exactly what I wanted and worked with me to make my tattoos perfect. Not to mention, both tattoos were different styles and she CRUSHED them. I get compliments on my portrait so often I have her instagram handle memorized to give out!!! DO NOT HESITATE TO BOOK WITH HER!!!!!!!!”

    Andee P.

  • “One stop shop for amazing tattoo service, cleanest lines you’ll ever receive, and start to finish best tattoo experience in the Tri state. I came to Erin for several tattoos and plan to come back for more, she worked my ideas into beautiful designs that I receive compliments on years later! Would give 10 stars if there were 10.”

    Erin N.

  • “I have been seeing Erin for years now! She is genuinely one of the best artists and so amazing to work with! Could not recommend enough!!!!!!!”

    Brook D.

  • “I’ve gotten 10+ tattoos from Erin and they are my favorite artwork on my body! She always ensures the placement is absolutely perfect and has been such a phenomenal artist to work with! Everytime someone points out one of my tattoos and compliments the detail of the art, it’s always one of Erin’s pieces! 12/10 recommend!✨”

    Haley E.